King's Theatre, Edinburgh

Name: King's Theatre
Address: 2 Leven St, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQ, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 131 529 6000

#118 among attractions in Edinburgh

Theater, Concerts and shows

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Facts and practical information

The King's Theatre is a theatre in Edinburgh, Scotland. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1906 (118 years ago)Capacity: 1350Coordinates: 55°56'31"N, 3°12'10"W

Address

2 Leven StSouthside (Bruntsfield)Edinburgh EH3 9LQ United Kingdom

Contact

+44 131 529 6000

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Day trips

King's Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Edinburgh Castle, National War Museum, Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum, Castle Rock.

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Spectacular old fortress with city views
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
13 min walk • Edinburgh Castle stands as a historic fortress, majestically perched on Castle Rock in Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh. Known for its robust and strategic position, it overlooks the city from its cliff-top location, offering breathtaking views and serving as a...
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Military exhibitions at Edinburgh Castle
National War Museum, Edinburgh
12 min walk • Nestled within the historic confines of Edinburgh Castle, the National War Museum stands as a poignant testament to Scotland's military history. This venerable institution, located in the heart of Scotland's capital, is dedicated to sharing the stories and preserving...
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Museum, Military museum
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum, Edinburgh
11 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum stands as a testament to over 300 years of military heritage. This distinguished museum is dedicated to Scotland's only cavalry regiment, the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards, which...
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Natural attraction, Geologic formation, Volcano
Castle Rock, Edinburgh
12 min walk • Castle Rock, an ancient volcanic rock formation, stands as the historic heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This imposing crag, which erupts from the city's skyline, has been a strategic military stronghold for centuries and is now home to Edinburgh's most iconic...
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Memorial, Memorial site
Scottish National War Memorial, Edinburgh
12 min walk • The Scottish National War Memorial stands as a solemn tribute to the fallen soldiers of Scotland, honoring those who gave their lives in conflicts from World War I onwards. Located within the imposing Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop Castle Rock overlooking the city...
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Small, 12th-century Romanesque chapel
St Margaret's Chapel, Edinburgh
13 min walk • Nestled within the historic ramparts of Edinburgh Castle, St Margaret's Chapel stands as the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This modest yet enchanting church dates back to the 12th century and is a revered site, dedicated to Saint Margaret of...
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Sport venue, Sport
Bruntsfield Links, Edinburgh
4 min walk • Bruntsfield Links is 35 acres of open parkland in Bruntsfield, Edinburgh, immediately to the south-west of the adjoining Meadows.
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Park
The Meadows, Edinburgh
12 min walk • The Meadows is a large public park in Edinburgh, Scotland, to the south of the city centre. It consists largely of open grassland crossed by tree-lined paths, but also has a children's playground, a croquet club, tennis courts and recreational sport pitches.
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Nightlife, Cinema, Cafe
Cameo Cinema, Edinburgh
2 min walk • The Cameo is an Edinburgh cinema which started life as the King's Cinema on 8 January 1914 and is one of the oldest cinemas in Scotland still in use. Since becoming the Cameo in 1949, it has had a tradition of showing art house films. From 1949 onward it has been an important venue for the Edinburgh International Film Festival.
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Nightlife, Cinema, Bars and clubs
Filmhouse, Edinburgh
9 min walk • The Edinburgh Filmhouse is a cinema located in Edinburgh, Scotland, which opened in 1979. It is home to the world's oldest continually running film festival, Edinburgh International Film Festival.
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Nightlife, Music and shows, Concerts and shows
Usher Hall, Edinburgh
10 min walk • The Usher Hall is a concert hall in Edinburgh, Scotland. It has hosted concerts and events since its construction in 1914 and can hold approximately 2,200 people in its recently restored auditorium, which is well loved by performers due to its acoustics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is King's Theatre open?

King's Theatre is open:

Monday 11 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 11 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday 11 am - 6 pm
Friday 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to King's Theatre?

Nearby attractions include St Michael and All Saints, Edinburgh (3 min walk), Barclay Viewforth Church, Edinburgh (3 min walk), Lauriston, Edinburgh (5 min walk), Sacred Heart, Edinburgh (6 min walk).

How to get to King's Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to King's Theatre:

Bus

Leven Street • Lines: 23 (2 min walk)
Home Street • Lines: 10, 23, 27 (2 min walk)

Tram

West End • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (15 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (18 min walk)

Train

Haymarket (17 min walk)
Edinburgh Waverley (22 min walk)